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NO-PREP COMMON CORE MATH CENTERS + GIVEAWAY – YES PLEASE!

April 3, 2014 by teacherideafactory

I don’t know about all you alls, but coming up with new items to toss into math tubs/centers is taking countless hours as of late.  I am always looking for new activities that require very little prep to help balance out the games that I make or buy on TPT {my mini laminator just can’t take the volume . . . nor can my cutting hand}.  With this said, I stumbled across a great set of pre-made math centers from EAI Education.  I cannot tell you how easy they made my life this week, but don’t take my word for it . . . check out my kids in action . . . 

There are a ton of different sets to choose from {Grades 1-4} and they all investigate essential math questions that are aligned to the all-mighty common core standards.  I decided to try out the Pattern Block – Grade 1 Set.  

My kids are all about the pattern blocks this year.  When I saw that I could insert standards into this love affair, I just had to treat myself to this center set. Well, I wasn’t disappointed as my babes were ALL over them this week.  

This little guy loved this mat.  He did it like five times!
The goal was to build the turtle in multiple ways.

I began by putting a few of the boards in a reading center as an “I’m Done” activity.  I wanted to let them explore a few on their own (outside of math center/tub time).  This proved to be a wonderful decision as they were quiet and engaged while others finished their work.  They were so into these that during other “early finish” times throughout the day, my kiddos asked to play with these mats instead of computers . . . obviously, they are a draw . . . SCORE! 

The teamwork that these activities managed to elicit was epic.  Not only were they working together (not something that always happens easily in my class this year), but the math lingo they were using was stellar!  

Everyone loved the birthday cake card.
They had to build it by looking at the picture.
There wasn’t a card to lay it on – tricky, tricky ๐Ÿ™‚
Classic teamwork pictured here!
The boards cover everything from fractions and word problems to composing shapes and counting.  The variety is really nice.  You also get a set of dry erase pens as well as all of the other elements that you may need to play the various games – student pattern block sets, dice, game pieces, etc.  Yup . . . ZERO PREP, my friends . . . sigh ๐Ÿ™‚
This little darlin’ loved the animal cards.
Some have lines some don’t . . . love the differentiation ๐Ÿ™‚
These Hands-On Math Centers definitely made the cut and they are now going to be a part of our afternoon math tubs/centers.  I plan on changing out the cards every couple of weeks.  There are 16 total cards to choose from.   
Here’s my tub . . . all stuffed and ready to go!
The kids are going to love this rotation ๐Ÿ™‚
Are you interested in learning more about the new Hands-On Math Centers that EAI Education has to offer??  CLICK HERE to check out the various CCSS resource kits for grades 1-4.
BUT WAIT . . . wanna win a set??  Yeah, buddy!  I teamed up with EAI Education and they are letting me give away a Hands-On Math Center to one lucky winner. The best part is . . . you get to choose which set you want!  Simply complete the easy peasy Rafflecopter below.  I will announce the BIG winner on Sunday ๐Ÿ™‚ Good luck to ya and thanks for visiting!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

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Comments

  1. Sue Bowen says

    April 3, 2014 at 8:58 pm

    Wish they had them for Kindergarten, but the 1st grade one would be great for the end of the year.

  2. Michelle says

    April 3, 2014 at 9:20 pm

    I would love the 1st grade one!!! A little too soon for me to use it but in due time, I'll be able to.

  3. Maura says

    April 3, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    I would love a first grade one! With it being my first year, I am just building all my centers!

  4. Leigh Barnes says

    April 3, 2014 at 9:24 pm

    My students also love the pattern blocks but I love the added cc activities!

  5. Amanda says

    April 3, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    I would love the first grade pattern block set! Thanks for the opportunity.

    Amanda
    A Very Curious Class

  6. Jenny says

    April 3, 2014 at 10:40 pm

    I would love a first grade one!

  7. Suzy Q says

    April 3, 2014 at 10:45 pm

    I would love the Hands-On Math Centers: Pattern Blocks – Grade 2!

  8. lorena says

    April 3, 2014 at 11:06 pm

    I'd definitely get the Pattern Blocks one, too! Hope I win! ๐Ÿ™‚
    lorepuckett at verizon dot net

  9. Kim says

    April 3, 2014 at 11:16 pm

    I would love to have the first grade pattern blocks set, too. My kids would love these activities!

  10. Mrs Brown says

    April 3, 2014 at 11:39 pm

    Sure wish they had Kindergarten….I would go with the pattern blocks one probably! This would be great!

    kellybrown28021@gmail.com

  11. Amanda says

    April 3, 2014 at 11:45 pm

    That's a tough one!! I think if I had to narrow it down…to two!…I'd choose the Pattern Block set or the Color Tiles set! Thanks for sharing this resource with us!

  12. Carmen Scalise says

    April 4, 2014 at 12:10 am

    I would love the Hands-On Math Centers: Pattern Blocks – Grade 2, my kids have somewhat struggled with this concept.

  13. Disneymum (Kristi) says

    April 4, 2014 at 12:47 am

    I would love Hands-On Math Centers: Money – Grade 2. These sets looks great!

  14. Charme' says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:03 am

    These are great! I would love the Hands-On Math Centers: Pattern Blocks – Grade 1. My kinders love pattern blocks and this would be a great addition to our centers.
    charme1486@gmail.com

  15. Samantha McClure says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:06 am

    Some of my kiddos have been having a lot of trouble with number sense and adding this year. The first grade Color Tiles version would be a helpful addition to my centers collection!

    Samantha
    Teaching on Cedar Street

  16. Unknown says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:16 am

    Wow – these look great! I would love to get the Grade 2 Pattern Block center.
    cfcastonguay@yahoo.com

  17. Betty Liu says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:36 am

    Would love the Grade 1 pattern block center!!

  18. rth2008 says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:45 am

    I would love these. I had something similar once but couldn't bring them with me when I moves schools.

  19. Breanne Simons says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:48 am

    I would LOVE Pattern Blocks for Grade 1!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Breanne
    breannesimons@gmail.com

  20. Pam Spangler says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:51 am

    First grade + pattern blocks = fun learning!

  21. Tamera Wilson says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:51 am

    I love the color tiles for Grade 1!
    ๐Ÿ™‚
    Tamera
    Kaizactan2001@yahoo.com

  22. Linsey says

    April 4, 2014 at 1:57 am

    AWESOME!

  23. Jana says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:03 am

    These look great. They also look like they cover a lot of the different skills that are taught and can be integrated with the different concepts taught. ๐Ÿ™‚

  24. Jen Greener says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:08 am

    I would love the first grade one! They look so easy and have so many different skills!

  25. Cindy says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:15 am

    Hands-On Math Centers: Money – Grade 1 would be great for my firsties! :o)

    Cindy
    ccfirstteacher@gmail.com

  26. Stephanie Miller says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:19 am

    I tutor grades k-2. What a great resource this would be!!

  27. Jennifer Brown says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:22 am

    I would love anything… I will be moving from Kindergarten to 3rd grade and I have nothing for that grade level….

  28. 1stgradefireworks says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:25 am

    I would LOVE the Geomodels SOLIDS! Grade 1 CCSS! Thanks! Wendy 1stgradefireworks@gmail.com 1stgradefireworks

  29. Lori Flaherty says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:31 am

    I would love the pattern block 1st grade set. Sounds like such a hit!

  30. megan9480 says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:35 am

    Hi there…I would love the geo shapes because we will be starting that soon and I feel the same way as you about math tubs. I am always looking for new math tubs that do not take a lot of prep. Pick me please.

  31. megan9480 says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:37 am

    Hi again..I guess the accurate name is geo models solids first grade. Thanks so much.

  32. Eileen Boyle says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:40 am

    I would love the pattern blocks center. Great quick ideas fora math center.
    eileenb3434@gmail.com

  33. Patty Cannady says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:42 am

    Love the first grade one!

  34. NCflowergirl says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:47 am

    I would like the grade 1 complete set but if that is not an option then the grade 1 geosolids would be wonderful. Thanks for offering!

  35. Luv My Kinders says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:54 am

    I would love the pattern block set. My kiddos love using them and no prep is even better! Thanks for the chance to win. luvarbon2@sbcglobal.net

    ~Laura

  36. Celeste says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:57 am

    I would love a 4th grade center! It's hard to find ones that are at their level & fun.

  37. Melinda says

    April 4, 2014 at 2:58 am

    It's a toss up between the color tile and the pattern block centers. I hope I have to make this tough decision…

  38. Tori says

    April 4, 2014 at 4:45 am

    I would love any first grade one, but money looks fun. ๐Ÿ™‚

  39. Mrs. Garcia says

    April 4, 2014 at 4:49 am

    I would love any first grade one. They all look really good!

  40. AJJ says

    April 4, 2014 at 5:29 am

    Would love the 1st grade set! Maybe pattern blocks. These look great!

  41. S. Meyer says

    April 4, 2014 at 5:44 am

    I would love the 2nd grade pattern blocks set. Thanks for the giveaway!!

  42. Patrick De klerk says

    April 4, 2014 at 8:03 am

    I'm always looking for ideas for my early finishers and like you my cutting hand is taking strain. These look great! will look into them.

  43. teachermom says

    April 4, 2014 at 10:00 am

    Love them all but would choose the first grade pattern block pack.

  44. bourneyo16 says

    April 4, 2014 at 10:37 am

    I would love the first grade money set. Thanks so much for doing this! I never heard of this company, now I'm going to have to check them out!

  45. teachloveautism says

    April 4, 2014 at 10:43 am

    I would love the first grade money set. Thanks so much for doing this! I never heard of this company, now I'm going to have to check them out!

  46. sarah chapman says

    April 4, 2014 at 11:11 am

    I would love the first grade GeoModel solids set. We can always use more 3D shape resources!

  47. story1 says

    April 4, 2014 at 11:17 am

    The grade 1 geomodels set is unusual. Would be great to use as a homeschooling Mom. Thanks for the chance to win.

  48. Roxy says

    April 4, 2014 at 4:46 pm

    I would love the first grade GeoModel solids set! This would be a great tool to use when teaching 3D shapes!~

  49. Kim Dowd says

    April 4, 2014 at 6:21 pm

    Hard choice, but I would love the Color Tiles set. Thanks for the opportunity!

  50. irishprincess37 says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:08 pm

    I would love the color tiles center!!

  51. Michelle Sanchez says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:12 pm

    Teaching 1st next year I would love love to win the 1st grade patten block set! Thanks so much. histeacher@cox.net

  52. Leslie says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:14 pm

    I would love the pattern block set! Thanks.

  53. Kristi Smith says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:20 pm

    I would definitely like the Pattern Block Set for Grade 1 or 2!!! It looks absolutely AMAZING!!! Thank you so much for hosting this giveaway, Kelley <3. leafsgirl@rogers.com.

  54. Karen Meyer says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:27 pm

    First grade pattern blocks! Aprekteacher@gmail.com

  55. Lisa Marshall says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:29 pm

    I would love the first grade pattern block math center. ๐Ÿ™‚

  56. Jennifer Weberman says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:30 pm

    The complete set grade 2 would be amazing! Jenniferweberman@hotmail.com

  57. Julie Nealy says

    April 4, 2014 at 9:41 pm

    I would really love the first grade pattern block math center!

  58. Kayla says

    April 4, 2014 at 10:25 pm

    I would really love the second grade pattern block math center! kaylahenr@gmail.com

  59. Valerie Fahselt says

    April 4, 2014 at 10:25 pm

    I would love these for my kiddo's so much fun and learning going on at the same time!! Grade 2 set would be the most beneficial.

  60. Melanie Arizmendi says

    April 4, 2014 at 10:30 pm

    I would love to win the Fraction Tiles for 4th Grade. Thanks for the opportunity to win!!
    tinysmiles34@gmail.com

  61. Kimberley says

    April 4, 2014 at 11:14 pm

    Grade 1 money is exactly what I need. Thank you for blogging about this!!
    kagmoran at gmail dot com

  62. Theresa Alvarez says

    April 4, 2014 at 11:18 pm

    I would love thd 1st grade pattern set.

  63. Superteacher says

    April 5, 2014 at 1:01 am

    I would love to have the first grade kit with pattern blocks. This would encourage critical thinking.

  64. Angie Henry says

    April 5, 2014 at 1:04 am

    The pattern block set would be my choice! ๐Ÿ™‚

  65. Gina says

    April 5, 2014 at 1:12 am

    I like either the pattern blocks or the color tiles for 1st grade. Thanks for the chance.

  66. hsease says

    April 5, 2014 at 2:17 am

    I would LOVE the Hands-On Math Centers: GeoModelยฎ Solids – Grade 2!! I am struggling to find things for teaching my Geometry unit and this would be great!!

  67. Teri Kammerzelt says

    April 5, 2014 at 2:29 am

    My kiddos would love these! Super Cute!

  68. kraftykathy says

    April 5, 2014 at 2:33 am

    How fun!! My kinders would love this!

  69. Krissy Shipman says

    April 5, 2014 at 3:38 am

    The Grade 1 color tiles center looks really cool!! Thanks for sharing! ๐Ÿ™‚

  70. Sharon says

    April 5, 2014 at 3:39 am

    I teach a Gr.1/2 class which makes it hard to choose, lol. I would choose the pattern block set (Gr. 1).

  71. Deb says

    April 5, 2014 at 4:16 am

    Great activities for kinders!

  72. Pauline Pretz says

    April 5, 2014 at 7:39 am

    Building Center activities that keep their attention long enough is my problem area. I would love the first grade pattern set or the second grade base ten set. Thanks for introducing us to these great products.
    First Grade by the Sea

  73. Elyse says

    April 5, 2014 at 1:23 pm

    I would love the first grade one!

  74. Gina Peters says

    April 5, 2014 at 4:31 pm

    Wow! The 2nd grade ones would be fantastic!

  75. Carol-Ann Roaf says

    April 6, 2014 at 1:47 am

    I would love either the Grade Two money or pattern block set! They look fantastic!!!!

  76. Samantha Rigby says

    April 6, 2014 at 2:39 am

    Too cool!!

    I'd really like and my students would most definitely enjoy the Hands-On Math Centers: Pattern Blocks – Grade 1

    Joyfully,
    Sam
    rigbys2014@gmail.com

  77. Steph says

    April 6, 2014 at 3:01 am

    Either the Pattern Block or Color Tiles first grade sets look awesome!

  78. Karen Johnson says

    April 6, 2014 at 3:09 am

    They are all exciting! I think the Color Pattern Set – Grade 1 would really benefit my kiddos.

  79. teech92 says

    April 6, 2014 at 3:28 am

    I love the pattern blocks for grade 1:) awesome!

  80. Meaghan Lang says

    April 6, 2014 at 4:30 am

    I would love the first grade color tile set!

  81. Magster says

    April 6, 2014 at 4:58 am

    I would love the grade 1 money set!

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